Location: Denton, TX•In-State Tuition: $11,164•Out-of-State Tuition: $21,244•Admission Rate: 72%•Avg SAT: 1109
Median Earnings (1yr)
$52,449
33rd percentile
40th percentile in Texas
Median Debt
$26,375
2% above national median
D/E Ratio: 0.50 ManageableSample: 49 graduates

Analysis

UNT's Information Science program produces graduates earning about $6,200 less than the national median for this degree—placing it in the bottom third nationally and just below the midpoint among Texas schools. At $52,449 in first-year earnings, graduates trail peers at UT Arlington by over $5,000 and lag significantly behind Strayer's $71,000 mark. This matters for a public university that should offer competitive outcomes at a lower price point.

The debt picture looks manageable at first glance—$26,375 translates to a 0.50 debt-to-earnings ratio, which falls within reasonable bounds. However, that debt level exactly matches the Texas median while the earnings sit noticeably below it, meaning UNT students are paying typical prices for below-typical results. For a family choosing between Texas public universities, UT Arlington delivers 10% higher earnings with the same debt load, while Texas Tech matches the state median with identical borrowing.

For families drawn to UNT's affordability and accessibility (72% acceptance rate, strong Pell representation), this program won't derail your child's finances, but it won't give them a competitive advantage either. If your student is set on information science and committed to staying in Texas, the numbers suggest looking first at UT Arlington or Texas Tech unless UNT offers compelling non-financial reasons to attend—like specific faculty expertise or geographic convenience that matters for internships and networking.

Where University of North Texas Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all information science/studies bachelors's programs nationally

University of North TexasOther information science/studies programs

Dashed lines show national medians. Upper-left = best value.

Earnings Distribution

How University of North Texas graduates compare to all programs nationally

University of North Texas earns $52k — 33th percentile among information science/studies bachelors programs.

Compare to Similar Programs in Texas

Information Science/Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (18 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University of North TexasDenton$11,164$52,449—$26,3750.50
Strayer University-TexasFarmers Branch$13,920$71,167$78,793$53,2500.75
The University of Texas at ArlingtonArlington$11,728$57,756$75,393$20,2050.35
Texas Tech UniversityLubbock$11,852$55,081$77,185$25,0000.45
South University-AustinRound Rock$18,238$44,682$60,708$52,1731.17
National Median—$58,651—$25,7500.44

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with information science/studies graduates

Computer and Information Systems Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.

$171,200/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Computer and Information Research Scientists

Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors. Develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software.

$140,910/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Software Developers

Research, design, and develop computer and network software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions, applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis. Update software or enhance existing software capabilities. May work with computer hardware engineers to integrate hardware and software systems, and develop specifications and performance requirements. May maintain databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team.

$131,450/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Database Architects

Design strategies for enterprise databases, data warehouse systems, and multidimensional networks. Set standards for database operations, programming, query processes, and security. Model, design, and construct large relational databases or data warehouses. Create and optimize data models for warehouse infrastructure and workflow. Integrate new systems with existing warehouse structure and refine system performance and functionality.

$123,100/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Data Warehousing Specialists

Design, model, or implement corporate data warehousing activities. Program and configure warehouses of database information and provide support to warehouse users.

$123,100/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Web and Digital Interface Designers

Design digital user interfaces or websites. Develop and test layouts, interfaces, functionality, and navigation menus to ensure compatibility and usability across browsers or devices. May use web framework applications as well as client-side code and processes. May evaluate web design following web and accessibility standards, and may analyze web use metrics and optimize websites for marketability and search engine ranking. May design and test interfaces that facilitate the human-computer interaction and maximize the usability of digital devices, websites, and software with a focus on aesthetics and design. May create graphics used in websites and manage website content and links.

$95,380/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Video Game Designers

Design core features of video games. Specify innovative game and role-play mechanics, story lines, and character biographies. Create and maintain design documentation. Guide and collaborate with production staff to produce games as designed.

$95,380/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in computer science. May specialize in a field of computer science, such as the design and function of computers or operations and research analysis. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Computer Occupations, All Other

All computer occupations not listed separately.

Web Administrators

Manage web environment design, deployment, development and maintenance activities. Perform testing and quality assurance of web sites and web applications.

Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians

Assist scientists or related professionals in building, maintaining, modifying, or using geographic information systems (GIS) databases. May also perform some custom application development or provide user support.

Document Management Specialists

Implement and administer enterprise-wide document management systems and related procedures that allow organizations to capture, store, retrieve, share, and destroy electronic records and documents.

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At University of North Texas, approximately 36% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.

Sample Size: Based on 49 graduates with reported earnings and 70 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.